What does a Commercial Driver do?

Answer:
Commercial drivers provide professional over

the road transportation services. Positions often held by commercial drivers include driving tractor-trailers, heavy trucks, and buses. In addition to safely transporting passengers and/or cargo from one location to another, commercial drivers are required to maintain transportation logs demonstrating compliance with state and federal regulations.

In order to work as a commercial driver, you must obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Earning this credential requires passing a series of exams and practical driving tests. It is also necessary to hold a driver's license and have a clean driving record. Most people enroll in a formal commercial driver training program before attempting to earn a CDL.


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